Cat Deshedding: What We Do, Why It Matters, and What to Expect

Shedding is normal.Living in fur? That’s a management issue.

Deshedding isn’t about chasing a “no hair ever” fantasy. Cats shed — that’s part of having a cat. What we do is keep shedding manageable, healthy, and comfortable for your cat (and your home).

Here’s how it works, and why consistency matters.

What Is Deshedding (Really)?

Deshedding is the process of removing loose undercoat hair before it:

• Turns into hairballs

• Knots and mats

• Ends up all over your couch, clothes, and air

This is especially important for double-coat cats, where dead undercoat gets trapped under the topcoat instead of falling out naturally.

Which Cats Have Double Coats?

Double-coat cats typically have a dense, plush underlayer plus a topcoat. Common examples include:

• British Shorthair

• Scottish Fold

• Exotic Shorthair

• Siberian

• Norwegian Forest Cat

• Maine Coon

  
  

Ragdolls are not in the list of double-coated cats, however, they are also among cats need regular deshedding, not occasional brushing when things get bad.

What We Do at XMMO (Step by Step)

Our deshedding process is gentle, structured, and cat-led:

1. Undercoat brushingWe start by brushing to loosen dead fur trapped underneath the coat.

2. Deshedding washWarm water helps release shedding hair that brushing alone can’t remove. You’ll often be shocked how much fur comes out during the wash.

3. DryingProper drying allows remaining loose hair to surface.

4. Final brush-outWe brush again to remove what the wash and dry have lifted.

This layered approach is far more effective — and far kinder — than aggressive brushing alone.

“Why Is My Cat Still Shedding After the First Session?”

This is one of the most common questions we get.

You bring your cat home, run your hand through their coat… and fur still comes off.

Here’s why 👇

We do not brush for excessively long periods in one session. Cats get irritated, overstimulated, and stressed if grooming goes on too long. Pushing through that stress does more harm than good.

Deshedding is a journey, not a one-off event.

We do a bit each session, allowing:

• Skin to settle

• Coat cycles to progress

• Your cat to stay comfortable

Over time, shedding reduces and becomes easier to maintain.

👉 Don’t give up after one visit.

Can You Remove All Shedding Hair at Once?

No.

And anyone promising that doesn’t understand cats.

Cats shed continuously. You can’t remove all shedding hair in one go — you can only manage it consistently.

Our goal is:

• Less hairballs

• Fewer mats and knots

• A healthier coat

• A cleaner home

How Often Should Cats Have Deshedding?

Our general recommendations:

• Dense double-coat cats: every 4 weeks

• Single-coat cats: every 10–12 weeks

Frequency matters far more than intensity.

Please Don’t Shave Your Cat

Shaving is not a solution for shedding.

We do not recommend jumping straight to short cuts or shaving just to deal with fur. Shaving can:

• Damage coat regrowth

• Disrupt temperature regulation

• Increase stress and skin issues

You have a cat.Cats shed.The answer is management, not removal.

The XMMO Philosophy

Deshedding isn’t about fighting nature — it’s about working with it.

With the right routine, the right tools, and respect for your cat’s limits, shedding becomes manageable, predictable, and far less frustrating.

If you want a coat that stays healthy long-term, consistency wins.And we’re here to walk that journey with you — fur and all. 🐾

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